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Cross-Country Skiing: Can I Cross-Country Ski in Tignes? |
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Cross-country skiing is a great alternative to regular alpine skiing if you fancy taking things a bit slower and enjoying the tranquility of the surroundings. It is still a great form of exercise though, as it is more energetic than it looks! You can find out all about the cross-country trails in Tignes on our Winter Activities page. |
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Piste Maps: What Do the Different Colours of Piste Refer to on the Maps? |
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The colours represent the scale of difficulty:- Green: Very easy, corresponds to a beginner level and nursery slopes.
- Blue: Easy, although the gradient has increased; there may be a few bumps and dips to test your balance. Great fun once you are a little more confident.
- Red: Steeper slopes, suitable for intermediate or above; can be a challenge in places.
- Black: Technically difficult and steep. Advanced levels only.
The scale applies whichever activity you are doing (skiing, snowboarding, cross-country or biking). Each piste will be clearly marked with a colour at the beginning and the poles along the sides of the piste will correspond. |
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Piste Maps: Where Can I Get a Copy of the Piste Map? |
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You can download and print copies of the Tignes and Espace Killy piste maps from our Maps & Timetables section. You can also pick up copies in resort from the Tourist Office, lift stations and most hotel receptions. |
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Restaurants: Can I Picnic at Any of the Mountain Restaurants? |
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Picnicking is forbidden, or ‘interdit’, in most mountain restaurants. You may get away with eating your own sandwich if you buy some chips and a drink to go with it – but don’t be surprised if it is frowned upon.
If you decide to sit in the snow make sure you are not likely to get in anyone’s way and be careful not to leave any litter behind. |
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Restaurants: Which Mountain Restaurants Should I Try? |
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Lunch is a well-earned meal when you’re up the mountain all day! There are a range of restaurants to try from self-service snack bars to wooden chalets with roaring fires and waiter service. Please read our Dining & Going Out Guide to find out which are our favourites. |
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Ski Area: What Are the Different Ski Areas in Tignes Like? |
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The Espace Killy is split up into 2 main ski areas: Tignes and Val d'Isère. Please go to Tignes Skiing Revealed to read more about what you will find there. |
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Ski Area: What’s Tignes Like for Skiers/Snowboarders? |
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There really is something for everyone – you can find out all about ski areas, snow parks, cross-country skiing, handiski and more in our Tignes for Skiing and Snowboarding section. You will also find handy ‘Tips & Techniques’ articles for improving your skiing and snowboarding skills and don’t forget to check out our Insider’s Guide to find out all our favourite places to go! |
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Ski Area: Where Do I Go in Tignes For... Off Piste/Bad Weather/Moguls/etc? |
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It’s all very well having a piste map but without a bit of local knowledge you’ll never find the hidden gems that we all head straight for! If you’re looking for a quiet slope to practise your parallel turns, somewhere to escape from the bad weather, a great off-piste powder stash, or even just a nice spot for lunch be sure to check out our Insider’s Guide to the Espace Killy. |
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Snowpark: Is There a Snowpark in Tignes? |
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There are 2 snowparks in Tignes and 1 in Val d'Isère. To read more about where they are and what they’re like please go to Tignes for Skiing & Snowboarding. |
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Summer Skiing: Can I Ski In Summer? |
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Yes you can! Tignes is fortunate enough to have great skiing in the summer on the Grand Motte Glacier. In total, there are 20kms of piste open and 16 lifts, not to mention the ever popular snowpark with its 2 half pipes and numerous rails and jumps. Please scroll down to Summer Skiing on our Summer Activities page to find out more. |
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